India Launches First Port-Based E-Methanol Plant in Gujarat
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What happened
The foundation stone was laid on September 26, 2026, for India’s first port-based e-methanol production facility at Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) in Gandhidham, Kutch. The project is a joint venture between DPA and Assam Petro-Chemicals Limited (APCL) and has an initial investment of Rs 2,300 crore. The plant is designed to produce 150 tonnes per day of e-methanol, a green fuel created using renewable power, water, and biogenic CO₂.
Why it matters
The facility is intended to supply vessels operating along the Asia-Europe International Trade Corridor, one of the world’s busiest trade routes. The project supports the country's goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2070 and aims to establish India as a global green fuel exporter.
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Who could feel it
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India could leverage the plant to establish itself as a global exporter of green fuel to the international shipping industry.
How this reaches others
Each traced step by step, with the reporting behind it- How will the first port-based e-methanol plant affect India's green energy infrastructure?India may become a global exporter of green fuel through new port infrastructure.Reported
- How will the e-methanol plant announcement affect the Government of India's energy goals?Joint e-methanol plant launch bolsters India's net-zero and energy goalsReported
How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Methanol produced by Assam Petro-Chemicals Limited is being transported to Bangladesh, utilizing the facilities of Dibrugarh port and the Inland Waterways Authority of India.Sub-event
- The site of the e-methanol plant in Gujarat was identified.Sub-event
First port-based e-methanol plant announced in Gujarat, with facilities in Assam.1 source